Data Scientist jobs in Virginia
5 open roles classified as Data Scientist and placed in Virginia, read from employers’ own careers sites.
Data Scientist
Patent and Trademark Office
Alexandria, VA · $143,913 – $187,093
Support the USPTO's modernization efforts by analyzing IT systems and process data to drive efficiency improvements and inform strategic decisions. This role combines statistical expertise with systems thinking to evaluate automation initiatives and help leadership address organizational challenges through quantitative insights.
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Data Scientist (AI Adoption Specialist)
Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
Arlington, VA · $121,785 – $158,322
This federal government role leads the strategic adoption and implementation of AI and machine learning systems across the Joint Chiefs of Staff, focusing on enterprise-wide modernization, data governance, and policy translation. It suits experienced data scientists who can work at the intersection of technical innovation and high-level defense policy, advising senior military leadership on complex AI integration efforts.
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Data Scientist
Defense Security Cooperation Agency
Arlington, VA · $143,913 – $187,093
This federal Data Scientist role involves building algorithms, data pipelines, and visualizations to inform strategic decisions on military robotics, autonomy, and AI initiatives. It suits someone with strong quantitative foundations in statistics, computer science, or mathematics who can lead analytical teams and communicate complex findings to senior leadership.
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Data Scientist Specialist
Office of the Inspector General, USPS
2 locations · $143,913 – $187,093
This role applies advanced data science and artificial intelligence methods to support the U.S. Postal Service's audit and investigative operations, analyzing large datasets to uncover fraud and operational risks. The position suits experienced data scientists comfortable with Python, SQL, and machine learning who can translate technical findings into insights for executive stakeholders.
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Data Scientist
Drug Enforcement Administration
Arlington, VA · $121,785 – $158,322
A data scientist role within the DEA focused on transforming raw drug enforcement data into actionable intelligence through statistical analysis, machine learning, and formal reporting. This position suits someone with a quantitative background who can build automated tools to uncover hidden patterns in complex datasets and communicate findings clearly to leadership.
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Data Scientist jobs in other states
Other roles hiring in Virginia
Reports on Data Scientist hiring
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